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Daily Sudoku
Challenge yourself with today’s four difficulty levels.
Bondi Badlands podcast
We shed new light on a series of brutal murders along Sydney’s clifftops.
Exclusive
Morrison portfolio saga
MPs question Hurley’s role in Morrison ministry saga
A Labor MP has suggested David Hurley’s position may be untenable while a conservative says the governor-general has serious questions to answer.
Opinion
Opinion
What the governor-general should have asked the minister for everything
Scott Morrison has created another political storm for himself and the Liberal Party – and in the process dragged the governor-general into it.
Rosalind Dixon
Professor of law
Analysis
Scott Morrison
The serious implications of Morrison’s shadow grab for power
The most telling verdict on the former prime minister’s deception within his own government is the outrage from colleagues who want him gone.
Exclusive
Religion
Anglican church splits: conservatives form Australian breakaway
The bishop of the Diocese of the Southern Cross, former Sydney Archbishop Glenn Davies, warns the new movement will send “shivers down the spines of some bishops”.
Analysis
State Parliament
Perrottet eschews direct responsibility for trade flaws
The long-awaited independent review revealed exactly what was expected: a flawed process that was broken from the beginning.
Bondi Jewish school set to close after failing to meet standards
The state’s education authority has found an eastern suburbs Jewish school does not comply with curriculum, teaching and governance rules.
Fairy tale or serious science? Tasmanian tiger de-exctinction bid wins $10m boost
If milestones are met, the project is expected to run for a decade before producing its first live Tasmanian tiger. “We will bring something back, 100 per cent,” Professor Andrew Pask says.
Bondi Jewish school set to close after failing to meet standards
The state’s education authority has found an eastern suburbs Jewish school does not comply with curriculum, teaching and governance rules.
Blasts at Russian base in Crimea suggest Ukrainian fightback
Ukraine hinted at responsibility for new explosions at a military base in Russian-annexed Crimea that is an important supply line for Russia’s invasion.
Wet summer more likely as La Nina strengthens again
The chance of a rare third consecutive La Nina drenching the east coast has risen to 70 per cent.
The $350 budget and Mum-led crew behind Mulitalo’s career breakthrough
Ronaldo Mulitalo has overcome self-doubt and crippling performance anxiety to star for the Sharks, thanks to the help of “Team Ronaldo”.
Opinion
Australian rugby
Why the answer to Wallabies’ woes must start with tougher questions
Selection inconsistency, a huge injury toll, the captaincy in limbo, and underperforming players all need addressing by RA’s rugby committee.
Wayne Smith
Analysis
Analysis
How Newcastle’s premiership campaign ended in the toilet
At a time when the Knights are trying to put space between itself and the wooden spoon, the cracks at the club have never been wider.
Updated
Sharks
‘I owe my life to him’: Teenager says mate saved him after shark attack
A West Australian spearfisher is recovering in hospital after he was bitten by a suspected great white shark.
My boss expects me to cover for my sick staff but doesn’t help
Managers struggling to find staff are doing it hard, so it’s time for some tough conversations with bosses about staffing, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
What is the least amount of exercise to be fit and healthy?
We don’t need to do much, but the type of movement matters.
Sydney
NAB staffer claimed $2.2m was for Baird job, court told
Helen Rosamond is accused of paying kickbacks to an NAB staff member in return for having inflated invoices approved.
Updated
Courts
Ex-NRL star pleads guilty to sharing child abuse material
Brett Finch has pleaded guilty to one count of using a carriage service to make available child abuse material.
No pain in the grass: Allianz Stadium turf ready to roll
Tonnes of turf rolls, spanning almost a hectare, have been hauled from Sydney’s north-western fringe to Moore Park ahead of next month’s opening match.
Mosman swim coach ‘absolutely’ denies abuse of nine girls, jury told
Kyle Daniels never knowingly or intentionally touched the complainants in a sexual or indecent manner, court hears.
Exclusive
Tourism
Move over Melbourne: Sydney’s push to be nation’s culture capital
The city’s tourism marketing relies too heavily on the harbour, beaches and Opera House, while downplaying its rich arts and cultural scene, its peak business chamber says.
Politics
Port overhaul to boost jobs and skills, say business leaders
The business community is challenging the federal government to revisit work practices and competition across the nation’s ports as part of its jobs summit.
Business
The long and short of it
Sharemarket
All eyes are on this fashion stock as a barometer for consumer spending
Jewellery retailer Lovisa has seen huge growth since listing on the ASX. These days, are its shares still a good investment?
World
Ten miners remain trapped underground in Mexico
The miners became confined underground on August 3 when a tunnel wall collapsed, triggering flooding throughout the mine.
Opinion
Rushdie has shown what courage looks like, and its opposite too
Julie Szego
Author and freelance journalist
President ScoMo gets loose in the studio
Tony Wright
Associate editor and special writer
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Property
The towns where the sea-change dream just got more affordable
A two-year property boom in popular tree and sea change towns is starting to reverse as investor interest wanes and interest rates rise, pushing values lower.
Study finds rentals too cold, too moist for safe living
A new report has shown that temperatures in rental properties routinely drop below safe levels and that mould is also a serious problem.
Lifestyle
Why do some cancers come back? Here’s what scientists say
Olivia Newton-John died 30 years after her first cancer diagnosis. New research could save the lives of women in the future.
Opinion
Health
Stop telling fat people their bodies are costing our healthcare system
Hannah Vanderheide
Culture
How the West got it all wrong about the Taliban’s takeover of Kabul
Australian photojournalist Andrew Quilty has spent years documenting the horrors in Afghanistan. His new book makes for uncomfortable reading.
Sport
Analysis
NRL 2022
How Newcastle’s premiership campaign ended in the toilet
At a time when Newcastle is attempting to put space between itself and the wooden spoon, the cracks at the club have never been wider.
‘Respect all players’: Longmire speaks out on Ginnivan booing
Swans coach has made clear his distaste at the booing of Collingwood’s Jack Givinnan, which drew comparisons with the treatment of Adam Goodes.
Updated
NRL 2022
Ponga, Mann drug tested as Knights stand down two players
The NRL has tested Kalyn Ponga and Kurt Mann for illicit substances on another dramatic day for Newcastle.
The $350 budget and Mum-led crew behind Mulitalo’s career breakthrough
Ronaldo Mulitalo has overcome self-doubt and crippling performance anxiety to star for the Sharks, thanks to the help of “Team Ronaldo”.
FIFA to use Australian technology to monitor concussions at World Cup
Concussed players at the World Cup in Qatar will be assessed using a new piece of cutting-edge Australian-owned technology as part of the most extensive set of protocols FIFA has ever deployed at a major tournament.
‘He’ll come out gunning’: Arrow-Leniu stoush adds spice to grand final rematch
A clash between Jai Arrow and Spencer Leniu that sparked a full-time melee back in round four has not been forgotten by Souths and Penrith ahead of their clash on Thursday.
Swans among five AFL clubs hit with penalties for COVID-19 testing breaches
Five AFL clubs have been hit with sanctions by the league for breaches of COVID-19 testing requirements this season, with the Sydney Swans copping the largest penalty.
Have Your Say
Why the answer to Wallabies’ woes must start with tougher questions
Selection inconsistency, a huge injury toll, the captaincy in limbo, and underperforming players all need addressing by RA’s rugby committee.
